Photosynthesis, Digestion, & Cell Respiration

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water, and releasing oxygen as a byproduct.

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What are the main reactants of photosynthesis?

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The main reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).

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What is the primary product of photosynthesis?

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The primary product of photosynthesis is glucose (C6H12O6).

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What are the main reactants of cellular respiration?

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The main reactants of cellular respiration are glucose and oxygen.

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What is the role of alveoli in gas exchange?

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Alveoli are tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs; oxygen enters the blood, and carbon dioxide is removed.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen and produces more energy (ATP) compared to anaerobic respiration, which occurs without oxygen and produces less energy.

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What are monomers?

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Monomers are the basic building blocks of polymers; they are small molecules that can join together to form larger, complex structures.

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What is facilitated diffusion?

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Facilitated diffusion is a process by which substances are transported across cell membranes with the help of carrier proteins, without the use of energy.

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What is active transport?

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Active transport is the movement of molecules across a cell membrane from a region of lower concentration to a region of higher concentration, requiring energy (ATP).